March’s gardening to-do list
As the first official day of spring approaches, there’s gardening prep work to complete.
Ohio House ag committee still working on nutrient bill
House ag committee nearing the completion of its own nutrient regulation bill.
Toledo port authority to speak at ag breakfast
With more than 43 percent of the U.S. and Canadian markets located within 500 miles, Toledo is a prime location for national and international trade and commerce.
Take steps to protect yourself from identity theft
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 16.6 million people experienced identity theft in 2012.
No damage to soils from grazing of cover crops
WASHINGTON — A USDA scientist has found a way to encourage more growers to use cover crops by allowing cattle to graze on them.
Farm and Dairy’s week in review: 2/28
The top stories from the week Feb. 22 to Feb. 28, 2015.
Ohio poultry owners advised to increase biosecurity
COLUMBUS — Three worrisome strains of avian flu have been detected in birds out West.
How to manage a profitable market garden
There isn't a formula for market garden profitability, but attention to what is most profitable, least labor intensive and most cost effective to produce will help you determine what to grow.
USDA extends farm bill crop deadlines
Farmers now have until March 31 to update yields and reallocate base acres.
Lyme disease treatment costs reach $1.3 billion
Research suggests prolonged impact of the tick-borne illness in some patients is greater and more widespread than previously understood.
